| Product Type | Indoor Wireless Access Point | 
| Model | FortiAP-231G | 
| Wi-Fi Generation | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | 
| Radio Configuration | Tri-Radio (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz) | 
| Spatial Streams | 2x2:2 per radio | 
| Combined Data Rate | Up to 5.4 Gbps | 
| Antenna Type | Internal Antennas | 
| 5G Dual Operation | Yes | 
| Mounting Options | Ceiling and wall mount kits included | 
| Power Options | 802.3at PoE or optional external AC adapter | 
| Weight | 0.89 kg (1.96 lbs) | 
| Power Consumption | Up to 22.6 W | 
Fortinet FortiAP-231G Indoor Tri-Radio Wi-Fi 6E Access Point
 
 

Key Benefits
 
            
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- Supports Wi-Fi 6E across tri-band frequencies, ensuring next-generation wireless performance for high-density environments.
- Offers flexible installation and high-speed connectivity with dual Ethernet ports including 2.5GbE and integrated Bluetooth/BLE.
- Easy deployment with internal antennas, included mounting kits, and multiple powering options (802.3at PoE or AC adapter).
Product Overview
The Fortinet FortiAP-231G is a high-performance indoor tri-radio wireless access point with support for Wi-Fi 6E over 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands, offering a 2+2+2 stream configuration. It features dual 5G operation and comes with internal antennas for efficient installation. Connectivity includes multi-gig Ethernet (2.5GbE), USB Type-A, and an RS-232 port. Integrated Bluetooth/BLE expands IoT and location-based services capability. Power via 802.3at PoE or an optional AC adapter. Includes mounting kits for ceiling or wall setups—perfect for scalable enterprise wireless solutions.
Specifications
                      Product Overview
                      
                    
                    
                      Wireless Features
                      
                    
                    | Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6/6E) | 
| Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz | 
| MIMO Configuration | 2x2 per band | 
| Max Clients per Radio | Up to 512 total (depending on configuration) | 
| MU-MIMO | Yes, DL/UL MU-MIMO supported | 
| OFDMA Support | Yes | 
| Band Steering | Supported | 
| Beamforming | Supported (implicit and explicit) | 
                      Compliance & Origin
                      
                    
                    | Country of Origin | Taiwan | 
| Certifications | FCC, CE, IC, UKCA, CB, UL, Wi-Fi 6E Alliance Certified | 
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | 
                      Advanced Security Features
                      
                    
                    | WIDS/WIPS | Yes | 
| Rogue AP Detection | Yes | 
| Application Control | Yes, when integrated with FortiGate | 
| Firewall Integration | Yes, via FortiGate UTM features | 
| VPN Tunneling | Supported (VPN over CAPWAP) | 
                      Interfaces
                      
                    
                    | Ethernet Port | 1x 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ethernet (PoE-In) | 
| USB Port | 1x USB 2.0 Type-A | 
| Console Port | 1x RJ45 Serial (RS-232) | 
| Bluetooth/BLE | Integrated BLE 5.0 | 
| Mounting Interface | Standard Fortinet bracket | 
                      Physical & Environmental
                      
                    
                    | Dimensions | 220 × 220 × 45 mm (8.66 × 8.66 × 1.77 in) | 
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) | 
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) | 
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) | 
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 90% (non-condensing) | 
| Enclosure Rating | Plastic indoor enclosure | 
                      Cloud Management & Licensing
                      
                    
                    | Controller Options | FortiGate, FortiLAN Cloud, FortiWLM | 
| Cloud Management | Supported via FortiLAN Cloud | 
| Licensing Model | License-free when managed via FortiGate | 
 
               
     
    